Southwest Tech Courses for High School Students

Southwest Tech course offerings for students in Iron County School District.

Electrical Apprenticeship 

The 1st Year Electrical Apprenticeship – High School Session is designed to accelerate a high school student towards a career as an electrician. As the first of a four-year training plan the course is intended for high school seniors who want to get a head start on an electrical apprenticeship and a rewarding career as an electrician. Students will demonstrate competencies in electrical theory, and hands on skills. 

Each year following high school covers two required sessions, which include classroom and practical instruction. Training concentrates on skills necessary to successfully pass the state journeyman test. Electrical Apprenticeship courses are accompanied by the students on-the- job training with whomever they are employed.  For more information on journeyman licensing and required work hours, please visit Utah’s licensing website.

Grade Eligibility: 12
Tuition: FREE
Fees: TBD*
Book Fees: Estimated Costs
Scholarships: Book & Certification Exam Scholarship
Registration: To register for this course, please indicate on your high school course request form or talk with your high school counselor.

*Fees are determined based on the amount of materials used per program. Please reach out to our enrollment technicians for more information at 435-586-2899. Courses, details, and fees are subject to change.  If you are a high school student and an Iron County resident, and you are unable to afford the costs associated with your Southwest Tech course(s), you may qualify for a scholarship provided by the Iron County Commission.  Please complete this simple application.